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L969 CKK

1993 Talbot Express

White Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Nov 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

58,687 mi
Last recorded58,687 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 1993 Talbot Express66,330 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL969 CKK
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress
Year1993
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2025 58,687 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2024 54,850 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2023 53,255 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2023 53,240 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2022 52,150 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2021 49,344 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2019 46,821 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018 44,906 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 43,218 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2012 36,585 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 32,621 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 29,365 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2011 29,361 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Centre Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Mar 2010 29,066 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 7 Jan 2009 26,536 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2008 25,704 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2007 25,056 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2006 24,599 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2006 24,583 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight side play at eye (shackle) (2.4.B.4)

Nearside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight side play at eye (shackle) (2.4.B.4)

How Reliable is the Talbot Express?

Based on 171,025 MOT tests across 8,371 vehicles.

65.4%
Pass Rate
1,204
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
8,371
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 6,812
Brake pipe excessively corroded 6,026
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 4,909
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,861
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,297
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L969 CKK is a 1993 Talbot Express in White with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 1993 Talbot Express models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.9% with a typical mileage of 66,330 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Talbot Express fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 6,812 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L969 CKK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Talbot Express typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 33 years old, this Talbot Express is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L969 CKK registered?

L969 CKK is a 1993 Talbot Express, first registered on 9 September 1993.

Is L969 CKK safe to buy?

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